Kefir vs. Cream cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between kefir and cream cheese?
- Kefir is richer in vitamin D, while cream cheese is higher in vitamin A, selenium, vitamin B2, and vitamin E.
- Cream cheese's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 98% higher.
- Kefir is lower in sodium.
- Kefir has a higher glycemic index (36) than cream cheese (0).
We used Kefir, lowfat, plain, LIFEWAY and Cheese, cream types in this comparison.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +34% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +175% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +120% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +138.9% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +30.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +64.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +31.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +44.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +80.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +70.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +34.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2000% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +78.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.79 g
Fats:
0.93 g
Carbs:
4.48 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.73 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
34.44 g
Carbs:
5.52 g
Water:
52.62 g
Other:
1.27 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +71.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3603.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.658 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.31 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.053 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.213 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.907 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.483 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2773.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2698.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
3.7 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.91 g
Starch:
0.35 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
3.76 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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Sucrose
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Glucose
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Fructose
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Lactose
~3.76g
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Maltose
~0g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.658g | 20.213g | 89% |
| Fats | 0.93g | 34.44g | 52% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 101mg | 32% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.31g | 8.907g | 21% |
| Calories | 41kcal | 350kcal | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 171µg | 308µg | 15% |
| Sodium | 40mg | 314mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.053g | 1.483g | 10% |
| Selenium | 3.6µg | 8.6µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.23mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.86mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 0IU | 5% |
| Protein | 3.79g | 6.15g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29µg | 0.22µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.385mg | 0.517mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 130mg | 97mg | 3% |
| Choline | 15.2mg | 27.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 2.1µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.018mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.023mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 164mg | 132mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Folate | 13µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.48g | 5.52g | N/A |
| Carbs | 4.48g | 5.52g | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.61g | 3.76g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.46mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Starch | 0.35g | 0% | |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 107mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.15mg | 0.091mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.037g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.233mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.324mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.657mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.567mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.191mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.395mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.006g | 0.125g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.036g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.807g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kefir is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 96mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kefir contains less Sodium (difference - 274mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kefir is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.555g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kefir is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cream cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cream cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cream cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.